Sr Business Analyst - Finance

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?

Our "people helping people" philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we're proud of our history, we're even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there's never been a better time to be part of BECU.

PAY RANGE

BENEFITS

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.

IMPACT YOU'LL MAKE:

As a Senior Business Analyst supporting Finance Shared Services, you'll be a strategic partner in driving operational excellence across BECU's financial systems and processes. You'll collaborate across teams to identify opportunities for improvement, translate business needs into technology solutions, and lead initiatives that enhance member services and internal efficiencies. Your work will directly impact how financial data flows, how systems connect, and how teams deliver value. You'll also mentor others and help shape the future of financial operations through innovation and collaboration. This is a role where your insights and leadership will make a measurable difference.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead Requirements Gathering: Work closely with Finance Shared Services stakeholders to document and communicate business and user needs.
• Design Technical Solutions: Guide teams in creating scalable, finance-aligned solutions that meet business goals and system capabilities.
• Coordinate Vendor Delivery: Translate functional specifications into vendor requirements and manage delivery timelines and expectations.
• Support Testing & Quality: Lead test planning and help resolve bugs to ensure smooth implementation of finance-related solutions.
• Manage Application Updates: Oversee installation of patches, releases, and enhancements across environments, following change control protocols.
• Project Management: Lead enhancements and small-scale projects, ensuring timely and effective execution within the finance domain.
• Consult Across Business Units: Act as a trusted advisor to departments within and beyond Finance Shared Services, helping prioritize objectives and align technology strategies.
• Lead Business Readiness: Drive enterprise analysis efforts, identifying people, process, and system impacts for projects of all sizes.
• Provide Production Support: Assist with application-specific support as needed, including fourth-tier troubleshooting.
• Document & Maintain Processes: Coordinate creation and upkeep of manuals, procedures, and documentation for finance application support.
• Plan for Upgrades & Recovery: Maintain lifecycle roadmaps and develop disaster recovery plans for finance-related applications.
• Mentor Analysts: Support and guide less experienced Business Analysts, fostering growth and knowledge sharing.
• Drive Data Strategy: Develop and execute data management strategies, including automation and regulatory reporting support.
• Contribute Beyond the Role: Take on additional duties as assigned, supporting the broader goals of Finance Shared Services and the enterprise.

This isn't just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU's journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN:

• Strategic Influence: Help shape the future of financial operations and systems at BECU.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with teams across Finance, IT, and business units to deliver impactful solutions.
• Leadership Opportunities: Mentor others and lead initiatives that drive innovation and efficiency.
• Growth & Development: Expand your skills in project management, data strategy, and enterprise analysis.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to a mission-focused organization that values integrity, service, and community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical/related discipline, or equivalent work or education experience.
• Typically requires a minimum of eight years of experience working with business software applications.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of waterfall and agile project methodologies.
• Knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts/languages.
• Troubleshooting skills for functional issues during testing and training.
• Experience with multiple problem-solving methods.
• Experience with Snowflake and related tools (e.g. Databricks, Snowpark, Azure Data Factory, Fivetran, etc.).
• Experience with building ETL processes.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience with Alteryx.
• Experience with SSIS.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement projects using BECU and industry methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of SDLC practices.
• Ability to draw technical diagrams for current and future state applications or data flows.
• Proven ability to stay current with emerging technologies.
• Experience managing solutions across multiple programming languages and environments.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Experience creating strong business cases with financial, strategic, and risk analysis.
• Skilled in data analysis and validation using methods like SQL queries.

JOIN THE JOURNEY:

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be a part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don't just fill a role, but fuel the growth and success of BECU?

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.